Health Resources & Prevention

Youngstown State University is committed to the total well-being of its students. We promote wellness and foster a healthy campus environment so that all members of the University can be better positions for academic, personal and professional success.

The following departments are recognized for their services that address the health and wellness needs of YSU students.

 

  • Campus Resources
    • YSU Student Counseling Services
      • DeBartolo Hall, Suite 319
      • 330-941-3737
      • Counseling services provided by state licensed mental health professionals. Free for currently enrolled students.
    • Community Counseling Clinic
      • Beeghly College of Education, Room 3101 | 330-941-3056
      • Master level students, under supervision, provide counseling services to YSU students and Mahoning Valley residents at no cost.
    • Dean of Students
      • DeBartolo Hall, Suite 301
      • 330-941-4721 | dos@ysu.edu
    • YSU Police | 330-941-3527
  • Community Resources
    • Help Network of Northeast Ohio
      • 330-747-2696 or 211
    • Requires insurance: Alta Behavioral Health Care
      • 330-793-2487
    • Coleman Psychological Services
      • 330-744-2991
    • Compass Family & Community Services
      • 330-782-5664
    • Meridian Healthcare
      • 330-797-0070
    • Pathways Counseling Services of Ohio
      • 330-921-8308
    • PsyCare | 330-758-0101
  • National Resources
    • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
      • 988
    • National Suicide Prevention
      • 1-800-273-8255
    • Veterans Crisis Hotline
      • 1-800-273-8255, Press 1
    • Substance Use Hotline (SAMHSA)
      • 1 (800) 622-HELP (4357)
    • Domestic Violence
      • 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
    • LGBTQ+ Hotline
      • 1-866-488-7386

 

The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA)

The Drug Free Schools and Campuses Regulations (34 CFR Part 86) of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA) requires an institution of higher education (IHE) such as Youngstown State University to certify it has adopted and implemented programs to prevent the abuse of alcohol and use or distribution of illicit drugs both by university students and employees both on its premises and as a part of any of its activities. At a minimum, each institution of higher education must annually distribute the following in writing to all students and employees:

Standards of conduct that clearly prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees.
A description of the legal sanctions under local, state, or federal law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol.
A description of any drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation or re-entry programs that are available to employees or students.
A clear statement that the institution will impose sanctions on students and employees and a description of those sanctions, up to and including expulsion or termination of employment and referral for prosecution, for violations of the standards of conduct.

Please read the Biennial Review Data from 2023-2024 Academic Years Of Drug & Alcohol Prevention Programs for more information.

2023-2024 Report

YSU Community Liaison, Meridian Healthcare

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Mason Edmunds

330-941-2166
mgedmunds-guest@ysu.edu